MNASCA Annual Education Conference

Each year, MNASCA hosts an Annual Education Conference. This conference provides members with continuing education to stay current on key topics and issues affecting ASCs. From legislative updates to presentations on effective staffing, operations and practices, the program features 10+ educational sessions on timely and relevant topics designed to interest everyone in your ASC.

The 2024 MNASCA Annual Conference was held October 3-4, 2024, at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest. Check out the program and session materials from last year's event.

Save-the-date for the 2025 Annual Conference: October 9-10, 2025!

Date & Location

October 9-10, 2025 — Minneapolis Marriott Southwest
5801 Opus Pkwy
Minnetonka, MN  55343
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Who should attend? 

ASC and clinic leadership and healthcare professionals at every level
 
Conference Program
MNASCA 2025 Annual Conference attendees will hear from experts about important regulatory issues and legislation impacting the healthcare industry, learn about new tools and practices to help deliver a high-quality patient experience, and explore new partnerships by connecting with colleagues and industry experts.
 
During this two-day event, you will:
  • Hear about outcomes from the 2025 Minnesota Legislative Session and ways your advocacy mattered
  • Get up-to-speed on federal regulatory and legislative issues that impact ASCs
  • Network with ASC professionals and key business partners
Full conference agenda will be published in July
 
Continuing Education Credit
MNASCA will seek approval for Administrator Education Units (AEUs) and Infection Prevention Contact Hours (IPCHs). This conference will also be designed to meet contact hours for the Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements. Check back this summer for details!
 
Fees (lodging not included)
MNASCA Member – $350 for first registrant (additional member facility registrants – $300)
Non-member – $425
 

Registration will open in late June.   

 
Lodging Information
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest
5801 Opus Pkwy
Minnetonka, MN  55343
Phone: (952) 935-5500
MNASCA Group Rate: $189 +tax per night
This rate expires Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
 
Please contact the hotel directly or click here to make your room reservations. To receive the special room rate, ask for the “MNASCA Annual Conference” group block when making reservations.
 

Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities

Are you interested in sponsoring the 2025 MNASCA Annual Conference?
Learn more about MNASCA's Business Alliance program and sign up today!

 

Complete the Business Alliance Registration Form to reserve a sponsorship package.

 
Questions?
For more information contact Laura Harris, MNASCA Executive Director, at [email protected].

 

    

 

The MNASCA conferences bring together the right mix of people from the ASC industry and are very useful for networking and the latest on regulatory hot topics/changes.  The high quality of the speakers and seniority of other attendees are essential for gathering information and discussing issues we are faced with each day. Thank you for hosting such a wonderful and successful conference.            

             – Kari Scholz, RN, BSN, Quality Improvement Team Leader, St. Cloud Surgery Center

     


Questions?
For more information contact Laura Harris, MNASCA Executive Director, at [email protected].